Diploma in Chemical and Processing Engineering Technology (Dip. CPET)

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Program Description
The Diploma in Chemical and Processing Engineering Technology (Dip. CPET) is an applied two year program which provides students with the knowledge and competencies needed to start a career in chemical and processing engineering. Through hands-on learning, in state-of-the art laboratories and machine shops, students develop the knowledge and technical skills to install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot chemical equipment, units and processes.

Program Duration:

2 years

Admission Requirements:

1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, plus two courses: one final year Mathematics, and one final year Science (Chemistry or Physics is preferred).
1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate; OR

2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0; OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test; OR

2. A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480; OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and admission priority category.

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation from the Diploma in Chemical and Processing Engineering Technology (Dip. CPET) program, graduates will be able to:

PEO01a. Contribute to problem solving in chemical processing related industries and activities

PEO02a. Distinguish themselves as effective communicators and team members in their profession

PEO03a. Model ethical and professional attitudes and behavior

PEO04a. Pursue credentialing and professional development opportunities to remain current and adapt to changes in the field

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Chemical and Processing Engineering Technology (Dip. CPET) program, graduates will be prepared to:

SLO06a. Apply hands-on skills needed to assist in the operation and troubleshooting of chemical processes

SLO03a. Apply written, oral and graphical communication in technical and non-technical environments, and identify and use appropriate technical literature and other technical documents to appropriate engineering standards

SLO04a. Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret the results

SLO05a. Function effectively as a member of a technical team

SLO01a. Apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined chemical engineering problems

SLO02a. Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes

2025-2026 Study Plan:

COURSE
NUMBER		 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
Pre-req CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 1
AECH1201 Basic Engineering Calculations - - 1 0 3
CHEM1010 General Chemistry I - - 3 3 0
CHEM1011 General Chemistry I (Lab) - - 1 0 3
COMM1010 English Communication I - - 3 3 0
MATH1010 Algebra & Trigonometry MA1029 OR AMPII Score of 60% - 3 3 1
PHYS1020 General Physics - PHYS1021 3 3 0
PHYS1021 General Physics (Lab) - PHYS1020 1 0 3
Elective: select 1 of 3
EFFL1001 Effective Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1002 Applied & Experiential Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1003 Experiential Learning & Entrepreneurship - - 3 3 0
Semester 1 Total: 18 15 10
SEMESTER 2
AECH1112 Health, Safety & Environment in the Process Industries - - 2 2 0
AEEL1100 Fundamentals of Electricity MATH1010 OR AMPII Score of 75% - 2 2 0
AEEL1200 Fundamentals of Electricity (Lab) - AEEL1100 1 0 2
AEMA1312 Engineering Graphics AECH1201 - 3 1 4
CHEM1020 General Chemistry II CHEM1010 & CHEM1011 CHEM1021 3 3 0
CHEM1021 General Chemistry II (Lab) CHEM1010 & CHEM1011 CHEM1020 1 0 3
MATH1020 Pre-Calculus MATH1010 OR AMPII Score of 75% - 3 3 0
Semester 2 Total: 15 11 9
SEMESTER 3
AECH1100 Environmental Awareness & Ethics - - 2 2 0
AECH1103 Industrial Process Overview CHEM1020 OR CHEM1030 - 2 2 0
AEPC1203 Basic Instrumentation AEEL1100 & AEEL1200 OR AEEL1101 & AEEL1201 - 2 0 4
Semester 3 Total: 6 4 4
Year 1 Total: 39 30 23
COURSE
NUMBER		 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
Pre-req CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 4
AECH2111 Principles of Chemical Engineering I CHEM1020 & PHYS1020 & MATH1020 & AECH 1201 AMP II Score of 85% - 3 3 0
AECH2121 Process Control Systems AEPC1203 - 3 3 0
AECH2241 Chemical & Processing Plant Operation AECH1103 AECH2121 2 0 6
AECH2251 Instrumentation & Control (Lab) AEPC1203 AECH2121 1 0 3
AECH2331 Process Equipment - AECH2111 4 3 2
Semester 4 Total: 13 9 11
SEMESTER 5
AECH2122 Principles of Chemical Engineering II AECH2111 - 2 2 0
AECH2142 Basic Fluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer AECH2111 & MATH1020 OR AMPII Score of 85% - 2 2 0
AECH2332 Chemical & Processing Plant Troubleshooting AECH2241 - 2 1 2
CHEM3010 Petrochemistry CHEM1020 CHEM3011 2 2 0
CHEM3011 Petrochemistry (Lab) CHEM1021 CHEM3010 1 0 3
COMM1020 English Communication II COMM1010 - 3 3 0
Semester 5 Total: 12 10 5
SEMESTER 6
AECH2103 Leadership & Management Principles AECH1100 & COMM1020 - 2 2 0
AECH2112 Sustainability & Renewable Energy AECH1100 - 3 3 0
AECH2113 Quality Assurance COMM1020 - 2 2 0
Semester 6 Total: 7 7 0
Year 2 Total: 32 26 16
Program Total 71 56 39

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Diploma in Chemical and Processing Engineering Technology (Dip. CPET) program may choose to continue their studies and complete the Advanced Diploma in Chemical and Processing Engineering Technology (Adv. Dip. CPET) or the Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering - Processing Engineering (B.Sc. CE-PE) degree.

Graduate Career Opportunities:

The Diploma in Chemical and Processing Engineering Technology (Dip. CPET) is an applied two year program with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. A wide range of career opportunities in the field currently exist and include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Chemical Operator
  • Chemical Technician
  • Control System Technician
  • Utility Operator
  • Treatment Technician
  • Technician in Product Development